Capt Taiwo Akinpelumi to FG : We are tired of Empty Conferences, Disburse CVFF Now! NIMAREX AND THE REALITY OF A DYING INDIGENOUS SHIPPING INDUSTRY. BY Capt Taiwo Akinpelumi
When the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy released its statement on October 21, 2025, reaffirming the Minister’s “unwavering commitment” to supporting indigenous shipping and announcing government’s endorsement of the forthcoming Nigeria Maritime Exhibition and Conference (NIMAREX 2025), at the visitation of some NISA members to solicit his support, many industry observers were quick to applaud the gesture as a sign of progress.
However, for those who understand the stark realities confronting Nigeria’s shipping and maritime industry, the question is not whether NIMAREX should be revived but whether this is the right time to do so.
The planned hosting of NIMAREX - a platform traditionally meant to showcase maritime innovations, technologies, and industry achievements - app...








